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This information booklet contains information relating to the Port of Hay Point,
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal and Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd (DBCT P/L).
The information and procedures in this booklet are subject to amendment following
prior notification to relevant stakeholders.
The information is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However DBCT P/L
does not warrant that any information in this booklet is correct and accepts no
responsibility for the validity, accuracy or sufficiency of any information.
Recommendations regarding mooring and loading procedures are a guide only, and
are in no way intended to be comprehensive or to indicate that all other usual
procedures and precautions should not be observed.
DBCT P/L will not be liable to any person as a result of, or in connection with, any
information, requirements, conditions or suggestions in this booklet.
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- EMERGENCY PROCEDURE –
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY:
• IMMEDIATELY inform the Port of Hay Point Control
Tower - Call Sign:
“Hay Point Harbour” on VHF Channel 16.
STATE:
• The name and position of the ship;
• The nature of the emergency; and
• The type of assistance required.
If berthed alongside Terminal facilities:
ALSO INFORM THE SHIPLOADER OPERATOR
on the two-way radio provided, and advise them of:
 the nature of the emergency; and
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if “Port of Hay Point Control Tower” has been
contacted (as above).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 6
2.
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 7
3.
SERVICES ...................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
4.
TERMINAL REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................... 13
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
4.13
4.14
4.15
5.
Vessels Safety and Loading.................................................................................................. 37
Access to Wharves and Jetties ............................................................................................. 37
Accesses to Vessels ............................................................................................................. 37
Pollution................................................................................................................................. 39
Release of DBCT P/L ............................................................................................................ 39
Indemnity ............................................................................................................................... 39
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES..................................................................................................... 40
6.1
6.2
6.3
7.
Preloading Information .......................................................................................................... 13
Vessel specifications ............................................................................................................. 14
DBCT P/L Vetting Questionnaire .......................................................................................... 16
Mooring and Unmooring ........................................................................................................ 20
Berthing ................................................................................................................................. 22
Unberthing ............................................................................................................................. 22
Vessels Requesting to Depart Berth ..................................................................................... 22
Masters' Responsibility.......................................................................................................... 28
Loading Advisory Services .................................................................................................... 28
Emergency Stop .................................................................................................................... 29
Deballasting........................................................................................................................... 29
Ship/Shore Communications ................................................................................................. 30
Further Information Pertinent to Loading .............................................................................. 31
Dynamic Underkeel Clearance (DUKC) Program ................................................................. 33
TERMINAL REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................ 37
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
6.
Pilotage and Berthing Information Hay Point .......................................................................... 9
Port Control ........................................................................................................................... 11
Quarantine............................................................................................................................. 11
Customs ................................................................................................................................ 11
Fresh Water........................................................................................................................... 11
Bunkers ................................................................................................................................. 11
Stores and Provisions ........................................................................................................... 11
Repairs .................................................................................................................................. 12
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Surveyors ...................................................... 12
Telephone ............................................................................................................................. 12
Waste Disposal ..................................................................................................................... 12
Adverse Weather Conditions ................................................................................................ 40
Emergency Contact Procedures ........................................................................................... 41
Other Alarms ......................................................................................................................... 41
TECHNICAL.................................................................................................................................. 41
7.1
Coal Handling Process .......................................................................................................... 41
8.
CONTACTS .................................................................................................................................. 48
9.
CALENDAR OF PUBLIC HOLIDAYS .......................................................................................... 50
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List of Terms
AMSA
Australia Maritime Safety Authority
AQIS
Australian Quarantine Inspection Service
Berth
A berth at the Terminal
BOM
Australian Bureau of Meteorology
Customs
Australian Customs and Border Protection Service
DBCT P/L
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd ACN 010 268 167
DBCTM
DBCT Management Pty Limited ACN 097 698 916
DBCT P/L Representative
or Terminal
Representative
A representative of DBCT P/L nominated as such
Harbour Master
The harbour master for the Port appointed pursuant to the Transport Operations
(Maritime Safety) Act 1994 (Queensland)
Initial Advice
The first notification by the Master of a Vessel advising ETA not less than 10 days
prior to planned arrival
Maritime Safety
Queensland
The section of the Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main
Roads operating under the name Maritime Safety Queensland
Master
the master or chief officer of a relevant Vessel
Pilot
a pilot for the Port provided by Maritime Safety Queensland pursuant to the
Transport Operations (Maritime Safety) Act 1994 (Queensland)
Port
Port of Hay Point, Queensland
Port Control
The Port Control Centre for the Port operated by Maritime Safety Queensland
Rightship
A ship vetting specialist offering a ship vetting information system that is a
comprehensive, online risk management system to the commercial shipping
industry . Used by DBCT P/L in assessing Vessel suitability as an integral part of
the DBCT P/L Ship Vetting process
Ship Loader
a machine used for loading bulk solid materials like iron ore, coal, fertilizers,
grains into Vessels for transportation by sea
Ship Loader Operator
the person at a relevant time operating the Ship loader intended to load a Vessel
Ship's Agent or Agent
A relevant vessel's agent operating at the Terminal
Terminal
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal (including berths adjacent to the wharf) and located
in the Port
Terminal Regulations
the Terminal Regulations which apply in respect of the Terminal at a relevant time
User
A coal producer of their representative holding rights to have coal delivered to,
handled at and shipped from the Terminal
Vessel
A relevant vessel or ship using or wishing to use the Terminal to load coal
VTS
Vessel traffic Service, a marine traffic monitoring system established by harbour
or port authorities used by Port Control
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1.
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal (the Terminal) at the port of Hay Point located 38 Kilometres south of the
Central Queensland city of Mackay. The Terminal is operated by Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd
ACN 010 268 167 (DBCT P/L) and owned by DBCT Management Pty Limited ACN 097 698 916 (part of the
Brookfield group of companies). Terminal ship loading facilities are capable of safely loading ships up to 220,000
deadweight tonnes within the Port of Hay Point’s tidal range of 7.14 metres.
This booklet will provide Masters and Terminal Users with sufficient information to assist DBCT P/L in its endeavours
by ensuring that Vessels are safely, efficiently and effectively berthed, loaded and despatched from the Terminal.
Your co-operation with Terminal requirements will be appreciated, and is required if you interact with the Terminal in
any way.
DBCT P/L's aim is to be a leader in coal chain logistics, terminal management and planning (operating within the
Maritime Transport Security Act 2003). We seek to have:
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Safety as a foundation value;
Terminal dependability through reliability and operating excellence;
Responsiveness to the needs of customers;
Strategic coal chain focus; and
A culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS – BUSINESS GOALS
1.
Safety
We have safe outcomes through proactive and deliberate actions of our people.
2.
People
We will have a safe, flexible and productive workforce with opportunities for targeted growth and development
where contributions are recognised and successes as a team are celebrated.
3.
Customer / Stakeholder
We will actively engage our customer and key stakeholders to better understand and deliver on agreed service
requirements.
4.
Financial
We will optimise the effectiveness of our spend to provide lowest cost Terminal Operations within our risk
profile.
5.
Internal Support
We will have the right systems, processes, tools and structures in place enabling the high performance
capability of our core functions whilst managing risk.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DBCT P/L is a key player in the world’s global coal export market and is critical to the economic prosperity of
Queensland and Australia. With an uncompromising dedication to ensuring the safety of its people and the
surrounding community, coupled with an unparalleled persistence to achieve operational excellence, DBCT P/L has
been reliably exporting coal to at least 30 countries for more than 25 years.
Over the last 10 years, DBCT P/L has undergone various expansions to meet the unprecedented demand by global
markets for the Bowen Basin’s premium quality coal. The Terminal is now one of the world’s largest coal export
facilities with the capacity to ship 85 Mtpa.
The Port
The Port of Hay Point is situated in latitude 21 15.0' south and longitude 149 18.2' east. Australian Chart AUS 249,
Australian Pilot Volume III
The Port facilities are sheltered from major swell by the Great Barrier Reef. However prolonged south easterly winds
of 20 knots or more can occasionally make conditions difficult for berthing or remaining alongside.
The Port is situated in the cyclone belt and an incidence of about two cyclones per year can be expected on the
Queensland coast, normally between November and April.
Either DBCT P/L or the Harbour Master may request Vessels to vacate their berth in adverse conditions. Masters
also have the option to request vacating a berth in adverse conditions. Refer to the Emergency Procedures on
page 40 for further details.
Hay Point Anchorage and Outer Anchorage sites shown below.
Internal anchorage sites and arrival limit:
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3.1
SERVICES
Pilotage and Berthing Information Hay Point
A Harbour Master, Pilots and Port Controllers maintain a 24 hour service to regulate and control the movement of
vessels in the Port.
A comprehensive list of Port Procedures and Information for Shipping – Hay Point developed by the Harbour Master
is available at the Maritime Safety Queensland website:www.msq.qld.gov.au/Shipping/Port-procedures/Port-procedures-hay-point.aspx
There are two Pilot boarding grounds and Pilotage is compulsory for all vessels within the Port. Port Control (call
sign "Hay Point VTS") will advise by VHF the preferred Pilot boarding location. Vessels should follow the instructions
given by the Pilot or Port Control.
Pilot transfer will normally be by helicopter which has no winch facility. Vessels which are unable to accept a
helicopter landing should inform their Shipping Agent at the earliest opportunity. A pilot launch service may be
provided from Mackay Harbour; however availability of this service cannot be guaranteed.
Pilotage is also compulsory within the Great Barrier Reef inner route North of Cairns as well as Hydrographers
Passage adjacent to the Port. Pilots are also available for other reef passages. Arrangements are made by Shipping
Agents.
The Port is a Standard Port in the Australian National Tide tables. The flood tide sets 150 and the ebb 330 parallel
to the berth, with tidal streams reaching a maximum of 2 knots during spring tides.
Under Keel Clearance (UKC). The least depth in the approaches to the loading berths is 12.70 metres LAT. Advice
regarding the minimum UKC and the maximum permissible sailing draft is issued by the Harbourmaster 23 and 11
hours prior to the expected sailing time. Vessels at berth must maintain a minimum of 1.5 meters UKC. Masters
should obtain current information from their Shipping Agents.
Berthing vessels are required to have the propeller fully immersed and the trim should not exceed 2.5 metres by the
stern.
Towage is provided by two omnidirectional tugs each of 55 tonnes bollard pull to assist Vessels berthing and
unberthing at the Terminal. There is also a 15.4 metre line launch available to assist with line handling. All towage
services are undertaken in accordance with the "UK standard conditions for towage and other services (1974) as
varied". Vessels berthing or unberthing at the Terminal shall be taken to have accepted these conditions of
engagement.
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3.2
Port Control
Call sign:
Hay Point VTS
Frequencies:
VHF Channels 16, 14, 12, 8, 6, 67 and 74
Continuous watch:
Channel 16
Working frequencies:
Channels 14, 12 and 8
Vessels must give arrival notice on Channel 16 to Hay Point Harbour two hours prior to arrival at the Port limits and
should maintain a listening watch on Channel 16 at all times when in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef and whilst
at anchor.
3.3
Quarantine
AQIS provide quarantine approval in accordance with the Regulations under the Quarantine Act 1908 which state,
“Ships Masters are required to send a request for Quarantine clearance message to their Agent not more
than 96 hours or less than 12 hours prior to arrival”
AQIS can be contacted on;
Telephone: + 61 7 4955 9600 / 0427 861911
Email: mackay.quarantine@aqis.gov.au
Vessels arriving from overseas ports are required to have adequately exchanged on-board ballast in order for
approval to discharge ballast be granted. The Quarantine Approval to Berth issued by AQIS will give direction on
conditions relating to ballast discharge. DBCT P/L must be advised of Master's Receipt of the Quarantine Approval to
Berth prior to the Vessel being scheduled to berth at the Terminal.
Only Vessels with a Quarantine Approval will be scheduled to berth at the Terminal
3.4
Customs
The Port of Hay Point is a first point of entry and Vessels using the Port are required to report their impending arrival
and crew details to Customs 96 hours prior to arrival via Customs Forms 13 & 3B. Customs Officer may board and
search Vessels at berth or at anchorage (usually via helicopter). Heavy fines may be imposed for importation of
prohibited goods such as weapons and illegal drugs. Crew shore-leave may be granted upon receipt of an
Immigration Clearance issued by Customs.
Customs approval for loading or unloading of goods, crew changes and certificate of clearance is arranged through
the Ship's Agent. However, if required Customs can be contacted on the following;
Telephone: + 61 7 4965 7100
Email: shipmac@customs.gov.au
3.5
Fresh Water
Fresh water is not available for Vessels at the Terminal.
3.6
Bunkers
Bunkers are not available in the Port. However small quantities of lubricating oil in drums not larger than 200 litres
may be loaded by provedores with the prior permission of DBCT P/L.
3.7
Stores and Provisions
Stores and provisions may be procured by arrangement through the Ship’s Agent. The loading of stores onto the
Vessel is the responsibility of the provedore. The Vessel’s crew can only assist with the loading of stores once the
stores are on board the Vessel. Terminal personnel are not available to assist with the loading of stores.
Load limitations and safety exclusion zones for crane operations and berth design can result in stores not being
loaded close to Vessel storage areas.
Please also note that the provedore should be nominated by the Master in the “Initial Advice from Vessels”.
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3.8
Repairs
Minor repair work may be arranged through the Ship's Agent with the prior permission of DBCT P/L.
Note: Vessels are not to be immobilised nor any propeller turned whilst alongside the Terminal.
3.9
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Surveyors
AMSA surveyors may carry out Port State Control inspections. Surveyors can be contacted by email at:
mackay@amsa.gov.au
3.10
Telephone
DBCT P/L does not provide telephone facilities for Vessels or provide these facilities on the wharf. Ship's Agents may
provide these facilities for crew use on board the Vessel.
3.11
Waste Disposal
J.J. Richards Pty Ltd operates a waste disposal service for vessels arriving at the Terminal.
Masters must advise their Agents prior to arrival in the Port with the number of bins required to remove waste from
the Vessel. Payment for this service must be made directly to JJ Richards Pty Ltd.
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4.
4.1
TERMINAL REQUIREMENTS
Preloading Information
In order to load coal onto a Vessel at the Terminal there are a series of actions which must take place to ensure that
coal can be moved from the mine in time to meet the proposed berthing of the Vessel.
Outlined below are the responsibilities of each stakeholder group in ensuring all preloading requirements are met.
Note that in order to proceed through the pre-load sequence, each successive step must be completed.
The Terminal Regulations, Schedule 2 should be referenced for the detail pertaining to each timeline step.
4.1.1
Ship’s Master Responsibilities
4.1.1.1.1 to notify (10 days prior to vessel ETA)
a.
Departed last Discharge Port
b.
ETA
c.
Ship loading sequence plan
d.
Deballasting requirements
e.
Arrival and departure drafts (stage 2 UKC)
4.1.1.2
to update ETA at 7, 5, 3, 2 and 1 days prior to ETA
4.1.1.3
to confirm ship loading sequence plan 72 hours prior to berthing
4.1.2
Access Holder Responsibilities
4.1.2.1
to advise of intended application for Terminal services with the provision of shipping and parcel
information at 28+ days to 14 days
4.1.2.2
to finalise nominated parcel and vessel details 14 days prior to vessel ETA
4.1.2.3
to provide final confirmation of coal availability and confirm Rail Freight Provider/s and allocated
tonnes 7 days prior to intended berthing
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4.1.2.4 to (72 hours prior to berthing):
a.
authorise berthing and loading of Vessel
i. Issue Authority to Load (ATL)
ii. Re-confirm maximum and minimum tonnages
b.
Issue instructions for all commercial documentation
4.1.2.5 to confirm product availability and readiness to load all trains in the 48 hour schedule 24 hours prior to
commencement of 48 hour schedule
4.1.3
Terminal Operator Responsibilities
4.1.3.1 to approve (or reject) parcel at 28+ days to 14 days
4.1.3.2 to vet vessels according to Terminal Operator’s ship vetting procedure and approve (or reject)
nominated vessel 14 days prior to vessel ETA
4.1.3.3 to create and publish an indicative rolling 14 day berthing plan based on information received and
advise of indicative railing requirements 14 days prior to vessel ETA
4.1.3.4 to notify (10 days prior to vessel ETA):
a. Review and approve Vessel information
b. Establish communications with Master (agent if appointed)
c. Update vessel status
d. Confirm vessel ATA, including receipt of a Notice of Readiness
4.1.3.5 to provide a rolling berthing plan, advise Rail Freight Providers of railing requirements and publish the
Parcel assembly plan 7 days prior to intended berthing
4.1.3.6 to ensure a rolling 96 hour berthing and rail requirements schedule has been provided to relevant
stakeholders 96 hours prior to intended berthing
4.1.3.7 to notify (72 hours prior to berthing):
a. Issue pro forma Bill(s) of Lading
b. Confirm acceptance of ship loading sequence plan
c. Confirm and publish berthing schedule
d. Lockdown of Access Holder(s) parcels in transaction system
e. Removal of scheduled railings for vessels which have not been issued an ATL
4.1.3.8 to ensure a rolling 48 hour berthing and rail requirements schedule has been provided to relevant
stakeholders 24 hours prior to commencement of 48 hour schedule
4.2
Vessel specifications
4.2.1
A Vessel will only be accepted to load coal at the Terminal if DBCT P/L is satisfied that all of the following
criteria apply in respect of the Vessel:
a. classification as bulk carrier only with exceptions applying to log carriers and open hatch
carriers that may have been classified as bulk carriers;
b. less than 20 years old (or 20 or more years old with satisfactory past performance and the
ability to meet all other relevant vessel standards criteria being demonstrated to the
satisfaction of DBCT P/L);
c. single deck;
d. self trimming i.e. excludes open hatch carriers as suitable;
e. without pontoon type hatch covers;
f. minimum weight 40,000 dwt, maximum weight 220,000 dwt;
g. maximum length 320 metres;
h. maximum breadth 52 metres;
i. maximum berthing displacement 110,000 tonnes;
j. minimum clearance between deck obstructions of 15 metres;
k. uses only polypropylene mooring lines;
l. complies with the Rightship (DBCT P/L) Vetting and Operator Vetting Questionnaire
specifications (as evidenced by complete and accurate answering of the Terminal
questionnaire in respect of the foregoing);
m. previous loading performance at the Terminal satisfactory to DBCT P/L;
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n.
o.
p.
q.
able to safely enter, load without shifting or warping, always remain afloat, receive a cargo in
bulk with minimal deballasting delays and depart from the Terminal following completion of
loading;
in survey and meeting all requirements of the AMSA;
otherwise able to comply with all other berthing and unloading requirements in
the Terminal Regulations; and
meets (or favourably exceeds) all criteria in the following matrix:
DBCT P/L DEBALLASTING MATRIX
Average Pump
Rate MT/Hour
Acceptable
Deballast time
including
stripping
(maximum)
Expected
Maximum
Loading Time
12,500
900
14
16
16
21,000
1,450
16
18
80 - 100
20
30,000
1,800
18
20
100 - 150
28
43,000
2,400
22
24 to 30
150 plus
34
plus 50,000
plus 2,600
28
30 +
Average Load
Time - No
Deballast Stop
(Mid Range)
Average Ballast
on Board
(Mid Range) MT
40 - 60
13
60 - 80
Deadweight
000's tonnes
Table 1.1
4.2.1
Minimum mooring & mooring line requirements
All Vessels berthing at the Terminal are to present with polypropylene mooring lines only.
Wire ropes are not acceptable.
All mooring lines fore and aft must be on winches so that moorings can be safely tensioned to meet the varying
conditions of tidal ranges exceeding 6 metres and sea swell and wave conditions occasionally exceeding 2 metres.
4.2.2
Hatch pours
Vessels must present load sequence plans with a maximum of two passes (pours) per hatch plus two final trimming
pours.
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Maximum 12 pours for vessels with five (5) hatches or less.
Maximum 16 pours for vessels with seven (7) hatches.
Maximum 20 pours for vessels with nine (9) hatches.
Vessels nominated to load consignments of more than one parcel must complete each parcel before starting the
next. At DBCT P/L’s discretion, Vessels may take advantage of an increase in under keel clearance only on those
parcels remaining to be loaded.
4.2.3
Deballasting
Maximising cargo throughput is a crucial factor to the efficiency of the Terminal, and excessive delays caused from
stops in loading due to deballasting is not conducive to Terminal efficiency. The deballasting matrix (Table 1.1) is
used as a guideline for deballasting requirements. If a vessel cannot comply with the below guidelines, future
nominations to load at the Terminal may be declined.
Ship’s Masters should be aware that the Harbour Master’s conditions for the provision of Pilotage for Vessels
berthing require that Vessels have their propeller/s fully immersed and have a stern trim not greater than 2.5 metres.
4.2.4
Non Compliance
In the event that a Vessel does not comply with the DBCT P/L provisions:
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4.3
the vessel/owner/operator may receive advice of the non conformance (and loading may be declined,
depending on the degree of non-compliance).
the Vessel may no longer be accepted for loading until it can demonstrate fully compliant performance at
other coal ports.
DBCT P/L Vetting Questionnaire
Acceptance of Vessels for berthing and loading at the Terminal follows a three part vetting process:
1.
2.
3.
Vessels will need to meet RightShip’s quality standards (see pages 18 and 19 for a copy of the Rightship
Vetting Questionnaire).
Vessels must comply with the provisions of the DBCT P/L questionnaire (see page 17) by answering all
questions positively (and truthfully).
Vessel acceptance is also conditional upon previous satisfactory loading performance at the Terminal in
case of subsequent nominations.
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4.4
Mooring and Unmooring
To ensure the safety of Vessels whilst alongside the Terminal the following requirements in relation to mooring,
unmooring and mooring lines must be observed:
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Only slip hooks or other securing devices provided at the Terminal for the purpose shall be used for mooring
to the wharf or dolphins;
All lines are to be kept tight and secure at all times;
Vessels are not to move/re-position on the Terminal unless permission is granted by DBCT P/L. Prior to
moving appropriate arrangements are to be made with the Shiploader Operator and DBCT P/L
Representative;
Replacement of any broken lines must be handled by DBCT P/L personnel. Arrangements are to be made
by contacting the Shiploader Operator via the UHF radio provided. Any instances of broken lines will be
reported to AMSA;
The Vessel is to be moored using at least four ropes and two springs at each end together with breast lines
where required. Refer to the “Passage Plan Hay Point – Arrival” available at the Maritime Safety
Queensland website www.msq.qld.gov.au/Shipping/Port-procedures/Port-procedures-hay-point.aspx
for additional information relating to mooring arrangements;
Any reasonable direction given by the Pilot in regard to mooring arrangements must be observed;
No Vessel is to be rafted to any other Vessel.
All mooring lines are to be provided by the Vessel and are to meet the following criteria:


Be in good condition;
Have a 3 metre tail of light rope spliced into the eye to facilitate transfer from the line boat to the dolphin.
Vessels presenting with less than the minimum mooring capability may be refused a position in the berthing queue
until additional or acceptable mooring lines are available.
Damage to Terminal Infrastructure and Vessels
Listed below are some past causes of damage to Terminal infrastructure and to Vessels. DBCT P/L recommends
that these areas be monitored at all times.
Open hatch covers - Tidal and loading variations together with rolling movements of Vessels may cause hatch
covers to make contact with fenders. DBCT P/L recommends that if possible, hatch covers be secured slightly
inboard if the fully opened position has the hatch cover aligned with the side of the Vessel. DBCT P/L also
recommends that not more than two loading hatches be opened at any one time – the current loading hatch and the
next hatch to be loaded.
Opening hatch covers –When a hatch cover is being opened it may come into contact with the Terminal gangway if
the Terminal gangway has been placed on the Vessels deck. Vessel’s crew should be aware of the Terminal
gangway when opening hatch covers.
Slack mooring lines – May allow the Vessel to move off the berth causing damage both to fenders or the Vessel.
DBCT P/L recommends lines are kept under tension at all times.
Vessel gangways – The Pilot and DBCT P/L Representative may endeavour to position Vessels on berthing so that
Vessel gangways are not situated over fenders. However this may not always be the case. Tidal and loading
variations together with rolling movements of Vessels may cause gangways to make contact with fenders.
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Left: Vessel gangway positioned over
fender
Middle & Below: Damage sustained to
hatch cover and fender as a result of
hatch cover protruding over vessels side
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4.5 Berthing
Prior to berthing the Pilot will agree on a passage plan with the Master as per the form on pages 22 and 23.
Headlines and stern lines are sent ashore by line launch. Usually all headlines are run prior to the line launch
attending the stern lines, however the Pilot will advise his or her requirements. Breast lines will be run either by line
launch or shore messenger. Springs will normally be run using a shore messenger. When a Vessel’s heaving line is
used a shore messenger will be attached which is then drawn on board where the mooring line is to be attached
using a bowline knot. Heaving lines are not to be secured directly to mooring lines.
4.6 Unberthing
Prior to sailing the Pilot will agree on a passage plan with the Master as per the form on pages 24 and 25.
The Vessel's lines will be released remotely on request of the Pilot. On Berths 1 and 2 this will be done by activation
of the hook release mechanism from the control panel located between the Berths. On Berth 3 and 4, hook release is
performed from the berth access ladder panel or the shipping office located between Berths 3 and 4..
Moorings are to be kept under mild tension to ensure proper operation of the release mechanism. In the event of a
line failing to release, the Vessel will be requested to slacken the line so that it can be manually released by the
standby lineman.
4.7 Vessels Requesting to Depart Berth
Masters and Ship's Agents are advised that should a Master or Ship's Agent request that a Vessel be removed from
the Berth prior to completion of loading or prior to the scheduled sailing time, then this request must be submitted to
DBCT P/L in writing by either the Master or the Ship's Agent. This written request must be received by DBCT P/L
prior to the Vessel departing the Berth.
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4.8 Loading Procedures
DBCT P/L expects to commence loading as soon as possible after permission is given by the Terminal
Representative, draft surveyor and Master. The first loading hatch should be opened immediately after the Vessel is
secure to allow for pre-load hatch inspection.
Immediately after the Vessel is secure a Terminal Representative will meet with the Master/Chief Officer to:

Establish liaison
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Confirm Ship Loading Sequence Plan
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Confirm first loading hold is clear of personnel and ready for loading
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Complete Notice of Readiness
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Complete Ship-Shore Safety Checklist
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Confirm Cargo Declarations
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Explain loading procedures
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Explain communication methods
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Explain Terminal protocols
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Explain emergency procedures
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Present current weather forecast
4.9 Masters' Responsibility
In complying with the requirements of this section, Masters should note that the stowage of coal and the safe loading
of the Vessel, as well as the assessment of the tonnages being loaded, is the Master’s responsibility and any
reasonable instructions given by him or her will be complied with, within the Terminals’ facilities and DBCT P/L's
capabilities.
The Terminal’s conveyor belts are equipped with weight meters, which DBCT P/L endeavours to keep accurate.
However, the figures given by these weight scales are to be used as a guide only. Reference to these figures will
not relieve the Master of the responsibility of maintaining draft checks and supervising the loading of their Vessel
accordingly.
4.10 Loading Advisory Services
A draft surveyor is appointed by DBCT P/L to assist the Chief Officer in trimming the Vessel during the final stages
of loading. Please note that this service offers advice only and the correct stowage and sailing condition remains the
sole responsibility of the Master.
A loading plan in BLU code format acceptable to both the Vessel and DBCT P/L will be established prior to arrival
and reconfirmed before berthing. A properly completed response from the Vessel to the initial communication will
enable a suitable loading plan to be agreed.
The draft surveyor will conduct two draft checks in the final stages of loading. The first draft check is to determine
the integrity of the shore scale and is carried out with about 5,000 tonnes or 5% which ever is less, remaining to be
loaded. The second draft check is for trimming purposes and is usually carried out when about 2,000 tonnes of the
cargo remains to be loaded.
It remains the sole responsibility of the Master to ensure that sufficient space remains in the trimming hatches to
accept the tonnage called for.
The total quantity of coal called for in the final pour must be loaded onto the Vessel.
The minimum pour which can be called for is 250 tonnes.
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At completion of loading the entire conveying system and surge bin must be empty. The system can hold up to
3,800 tonnes depending on the positions of the Ship Loader and reclaimers. The Shiploader Operator can advise
the tonnage remaining in the system still to be loaded.
The final draft survey will be carried out as soon as loading is completed. The Master, or a responsible person
nominated by the Master is to accompany the draft surveyor and assist in determining the quantity of coal loaded by
draft survey.
Subject to tide, Vessels are to be made ready to vacate the Berth within one hour of completion of loading.
4.11 Emergency Stop
If requested to stop loading during normal operations the Shiploader Operator will do so, however to enable the
Shiploader to travel from South to North at Berth 1 and 2 and North to South at Berth 3 and 4 the wharf conveyors
must be emptied. This will mean that between 150 and 400 tonnes of coal may remain to be loaded.
4.12 Deballasting
Vessels must adhere to AQIS ballast requirements as outlined in Services - Quarantine
Deballasting should be carried out without causing delays to loading. Where this is not possible it should be
indicated at what point the Vessel will stop loading in the Initial Advice to DBCT P/L, prior to arrival. This will assist
DBCT P/L in planning the optimum use of the loading facilities.
DBCT P/L requests that wherever possible the Vessel’s duty officer should give a minimum of one hour’s notice for
unscheduled loading stoppages and provide an estimate of the duration of the stoppage. When loading has ceased
for deballasting or a Vessel breakdown, DBCT P/L requests that the Vessel’s duty officer gives a minimum of one
hour’s notice of intention to resume loading to allow conveyors to be prepared and filled to allow resumption of
loading at the requested time.
DBCT P/L may, at its discretion, schedule pre-load deballasting to assist with maximising Terminal operations and
Vessel loading performance.
The following conditions imposed by the Harbour Master are to be observed:
Prior to berthing:
1.
Propeller fully immersed
2.
Trim not exceeding 2.5meters by the stern
3.
Trim by the head is not acceptable
Requirements post berthing and prior to loading:
< 25 knot wind strength:
1.
Propeller not less than 75% immersed
2.
Forward draft not less than 1% of LOA
3.
The Vessel must be maintained in a sea-going condition at all times
4.
The air draft must not exceed 22.7metres less height of tide at proposed time of commencement of
loading. If the air draft exceeds this, the Shiploader cannot be positioned and this may result in delays to
the commencement of loading.
> 25knot wind strength:
1.
Propeller fully Immersed
2.
Trim not to exceed 2.5meters
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3.
Trim by head not acceptable
4.
The Vessel must be maintained in a sea-going condition at all times
5.
The air draft must not exceed 22.7metres less height of tide at proposed time of commencement of
loading. If the air draft exceeds this, the Shiploader cannot be positioned and this may result in delays to
the commencement of loading.
6.
Vessels must not be in a “light” ballast condition during adverse weather
4.13 Ship/Shore Communications
A two-way radio, battery charger and spare battery will be provided to the Vessel upon berthing for the purpose of
communication with the Shiploader Operator. In general, Vessels loading on
Berth 1 use Channel 1;
Berth 2 use Channel 2;
Berth 3 use Channel 3; and
Berth 4 use Channel 4.
A Terminal Representative will advise of any deviation to the above.
No Terminal personnel will be on board to assist with loading. Therefore it is recommended that a responsible
english-speaking ship’s officer/duty officer is on deck and in contact with the Shiploader Operator at all times to
supervise and direct the loading to a spout trimmed condition. This is particularly important where a hatch is being
loaded to an estimated 90-100% capacity.
The Vessel must only have those hatches open for the product type currently being loaded and on completion of
each pour, the Shiploader Operator must receive confirmation from the ship’s officer/duty officer of the next hatch to
be loaded and the tonnage of the pour, before loading continues. Upon shifting to the next hatch the ship’s
officer/duty officer must confirm again that the Shiploader is positioned in the correct hatch.
If no confirmation is received from the ship’s officer, loading will cease until communication is reestablished in order to ensure that the correct loading sequence is followed at all times.
Should the Vessel wish to deviate from the agreed shiploading sequence plan then the Shiploader Operator must be
advised and the Chief Officer and a Terminal Representative will document the agreed changes using an official
“deviation advice”.
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4.14 Further Information Pertinent to Loading
Load Plans
In compiling a stowage/sequence plan Masters must comply with the “Code of Practice for Safe Loading and
Unloading of Bulk Carriers” (Res. A.862(20)), which was adopted by the IMO in November 1997.
A Loading Plan should be prepared in an IMO BLU CODE format as is shown:
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Stowage
The following stowage factor information is designed to assist the Master in compiling a loading plan. Stowage
factors are to be taken as a general guide only and you may be notified after submitting your load plans if the
stowage factors are expected to differ.
Blair Athol
Broadlea
Burton
Capricorn
Carborough Downs
Century
Clermont
Coppabella
Foxleigh
German Creek
Goonyella
Hail Creek
Isaac Plains
41.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
37.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
41.0 cubic feet/tonne
37.2 cubic feet/tonne
37.0 cubic feet/tonne
37.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
Lake Lindsay
Lake Vermont
Middlemount
Moorvale
Moranbah North
North Goonyella
Norwich Park
Oaky Creek
Oaky North
Peak Downs
Riverside
Saraji
South Walker
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
40.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
38.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
38.0 cubic feet/tonne
38.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
38.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
39.0 cubic feet/tonne
Trim Lights
Red, green and white trim lights, clearly visible to the Shiploader Operator are recommended fittings on all Vessels
loading coal at the Terminal. The Shiploader Operator has been instructed to observe the trim lights and will
endeavour to keep the Vessel upright during loading.
No mechanical or manual trimming will be undertaken.
A geared vessel must have cranes lowered so wires from crane top
to jib are horizontal
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Coal is reclaimed from the stockpiles by bucket wheel reclaimers or received direct from the rail receival stations. It
then passes through one of three surge bins holding approximately 1200 tonne before being conveyed a distance of
3.8km to the shiploaders at a nominal rate of 7,600 tonnes/hour at berth 1 and 2 while system 3 servicing will allow
8,650 tonnes/hour. Three travelling Shiploaders currently service the four berths.
4.15 Dynamic Underkeel Clearance (DUKC) Program
The Port has developed and implemented a Dynamic Underkeel Clearance (DUKC) Program which enables a range
of information regarding maximum and intermediate drafts, and tidal windows to be predicted. This equipment uses
data provided by sensors operating in real time, and applying complex modelling to forecast for the expected
weather conditions:
a)
the maximum draft that may be achieved for a particular tide;
b)
the sailing time to optimise draft for particular vessels; and
c)
the tidal window available to sail vessels less than maximum draft.
These forecasts are issued by the Harbour Master and remain valid for the reference tide only.
Predictions for maximum draft are provided at 23 hours before the reference tide and updated at 11 hours before
high water.
Masters and Ship's Agents are provided with written advice of these forecasts. However they are not guaranteed. In
particular, DBCT P/L takes no responsibility for their accuracy.
In the event that forecasts are not available for the DUKC Program, the following method will be used:
Channel:
a)
Maximum drafts can be calculated using the Static Maximum Draft Check (page 34) and the predicted tide
height for the reference tide, from the tide tables;
b)
For Vessels less than maximum draft, the tidal window will be calculated using the Static Tidal Window
Check (page 35) to determine the minimal tidal height required.
Non-Channel:
a)
Maximum drafts can be calculated using the Maximum Draft Tables – Hay Point (UKC Stage II) (page 36)
and the predicted tide height for the reference tide, from the tide tables
Tide Tables for Hay Point can be obtained from the Maritime Safety Queensland website using the link below.
http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/Tides
Should DBCT P/L allow a Vessel to remain at berth to await a higher tide and the Harbour Master has instructed that
loading stop at a draft which will enable the Vessel to leave the berth at any intervening high tide, loading may be
resumed at the predicted time of high water on the intervening tide, but must ensure that minimum underkeel
clearance of 1.5 metres is maintained at all times. This requirement is designed to ensure that no Vessel is restricted
in a berth for longer than 12 hours should an emergency situation arise.
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Static Maximum Draft Check
Vessel _____________________
Berth ______________________
Date _________________________
Operator _____________________
HW time
HW time – Half transit duration
Tide at static UKC start time
(Depth + Tide -1)/1.05
HW time + Half transit duration
Tide at static UKC end time
(Depth + Tide -1)/1.05
Minimum start and end max drafts
DEPARTURE TIME
Start maximum draft
End of transit time
End maximum draft
MAXIMUM DRAFT
Departure
End of
Time
Transit
HW Level
Max Tide
Transit Duration
(To determine Max Draft)
BMA1
BMA2
DBCT
P/L2
DBCT
P/L1
DBCT
P/L3
DBCT
P/L4
Half SST Transit
Duration
33
35
38
Half PST Manoeuvre
Duration
43
45
48
SST Depth
PST Depth
14.5
14.8
14.8
14.8
14.9
14.8
38
48
14.8
14.8
40
50
14.8
14.8
43
53
14.8
14.9
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Static Tidal Window Check
Vessel _____________________
Berth ______________________
Date _________________________
Operator _____________________
Vessel draft
1.05 x Draft + 1 – Depth
Time of first tide height for draft
Time of last tide height for draft
Time of last tide height for draft – Transit
duration
Required tide height
WINDOW OPEN
WINDOW CLOSE
Window
Window
Open
Close
Required Tide for
SST Transit Duration
BMA1
BMA2
DBCT
P/L2
DBCT
P/L1
DBCT
P/L3
DBCT
P/L4
Transit Duration
Transit Duration
Vessel Draft
SST Depth
PST Depth
65
70
75
PST Manoeuvre
Duration
85
90
95
14.5
14.8
14.8
14.8
14.9
14.8
75
95
14.8
14.8
80
100
14.8
14.8
85
105
14.8
14.9
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Port of Hay Point
Under Keel Clearance – Stage II
(UKC = 1 metre + 5% of draft)
Depth 12.80 metres
Non-Channel
Tide
Height
UKC
Max
Draft
Tide
Height
UKC
Max
Draft
Tide
Height
UKC
Max
Draft
0.00
1.56
11.23
2.60
1.69
13.71
5.20
1.81
16.19
0.10
1.57
11.33
2.70
1.69
13.80
5.30
1.81
16.28
0.20
1.57
11.42
2.80
1.70
13.90
5.40
1.82
16.38
0.30
1.58
11.52
2.90
1.70
14.00
5.50
1.82
16.47
0.40
1.58
11.61
3.00
1.70
14.09
5.60
1.83
16.57
0.50
1.59
11.71
3.10
1.71
14.19
5.70
1.83
16.66
0.60
1.59
11.80
3.20
1.71
14.28
5.80
1.84
16.76
0.70
1.60
11.90
3.30
1.72
14.38
5.90
1.84
16.85
0.80
1.60
12.00
3.40
1.72
14.47
6.00
1.85
16.95
0.90
1.60
12.09
3.50
1.73
14.57
6.10
1.85
17.04
1.00
1.61
12.19
3.60
1.73
14.66
6.20
1.86
17.14
1.10
1.61
12.28
3.70
1.74
14.76
6.30
1.86
17.23
1.20
1.62
12.38
3.80
1.74
14.85
6.40
1.87
17.33
1.30
1.62
12.47
3.90
1.75
14.95
6.50
1.87
17.42
1.40
1.63
12.57
4.00
1.75
15.04
6.60
1.88
17.52
1.50
1.63
12.66
4.10
1.76
15.14
6.70
1.88
17.61
1.60
1.64
12.76
4.20
1.76
15.23
6.80
1.89
17.71
1.70
1.64
12.85
4.30
1.77
15.33
6.90
1.89
17.80
1.80
1.65
12.95
4.40
1.77
15.42
7.00
1.90
17.90
1.90
1.65
13.04
4.50
1.78
15.52
7.10
1.90
18.00
2.00
1.66
13.14
4.60
1.78
15.61
7.20
1.90
18.09
2.10
1.66
13.23
4.70
1.79
15.71
7.30
1.91
18.19
2.20
1.67
13.33
4.80
1.79
15.80
7.40
1.91
18.28
2.30
1.67
13.42
4.90
1.80
15.90
7.50
1.92
18.38
2.40
1.68
13.52
5.00
1.80
16.00
7.60
1.92
18.47
2.50
1.68
13.61
5.10
1.80
16.09
7.70
1.93
18.57
Maximum available draft is to be confirmed by the duty pilot within twelve (12) hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
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TERMINAL REGULATIONS
5.
The following Terminal Regulations apply to each Vessel at the Terminal:
5.1 Vessels Safety and Loading
Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers
In accordance with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) requirements each Vessel must comply with all
or part of the Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers in respect of loading of vessels at
the Terminal.
DBCT P/L may refuse to allow a Vessel to berth, or may request a Vessel to immediately unberth if that Vessel:
 is unsafe;
 is unable to promptly commence loading; and/or
 has ceased loading for any reason.
All practicable precautions must be taken to ensure the complete safety of the Vessel and all persons on board as
well as of the Terminal and Terminal personnel.
Without limiting this regulation:
 There must at all times be sufficient crew on board to safely handle lines and conduct cargo operations;
 No person may light a fire or smoke in a Vessel's hold or any external area of a Vessel on the Terminal or any
other area where this has been prohibited by DBCT P/L;
 A copy of the Vessel’s fire fighting and safety appliance plan together with a crew list must be kept in a prominent
position external to the accommodation; and
 Explosive or flammable substances may not be loaded or unloaded from the Vessel except with the written
permission of DBCT P/L.
5.2 Access to Wharves and Jetties
In compliance with International Maritime Security requirements DBCT P/L needs to maintain security and control
access of vehicles and personnel on-site.

All vehicles and personnel entering the Terminal must be specifically authorised by DBCT P/L to enter.

All personnel on site must display a photographic identification.

Non-inducted personnel will be issued with a visitor's pass and must be accompanied at all times by an
inducted DBCT P/L person. All visitors’ passes must be returned to security prior to exiting the Terminal.

Crew and passengers from Vessels are only to move to or from the wharf in taxis, the Stella Maris bus or
with Ship's Agents.
5.3 Accesses to Vessels
Access times to Vessels will be at the discretion of DBCT P/L and restricted access may be imposed. Only the
Terminal’s hydraulically operated access ladders may be used for boarding or disembarking Vessels.
Shoreside accesses are only to be operated by authorised personnel. Ship’s crew are not to operate or interfere with
access facilities other than to correct or avert the possibility of damage or a potential hazard.
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DBCT P/L recommends personnel walk
along the seaward side of the vessel as
indicated here.
Shiploader access lowered onto vessel deck.
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SPAF at Berth 2 lowered onto vessel deck
5.4 Pollution
No oil, garbage, or other pollutant is to be discharged or jettisoned from a vessel at or near the Terminal, and
adequate precautions are to be taken against the escape of oil, garbage, or other pollutants.
The Harbour Master and DBCT P/L are to be immediately informed by the Master should any pollutant escape from a
Vessel.
5.5 Release of DBCT P/L
In return for DBCT P/L allowing a Vessel to use the Terminal, each Owner, Master and Ship's Agent of the Vessel
releases DBCT P/L from any claim they would otherwise have for any injury, death, damage, or loss arising out of
anything DBCT P/L or any of its officers, employees, agents or contractors does or fails to do in relation to a Vessel
or relating to a Vessel berthing, unberthing or occupying a berth at the Terminal.
5.6 Indemnity
The Owner, Master and Agent of a Vessel are jointly and severally liable for, and indemnify DBCT P/L against all
losses suffered by DBCT P/L arising out of any of the following relating to any of them:

The breach of any Terminal Regulation;

DBCT P/L taking steps to ensure compliance with any Terminal Regulation;

Any injury, death, damage, or loss caused by the Vessel or a person associated with the Vessel relating
directly or indirectly to the Vessel berthing, unberthing or being, or intending to be, at the Terminal, (except
to the extent that the breach, injury, death, damage, or loss is caused by the negligence of DBCT P/L or any
officer, employee, agent or contractor of DBCT P/L).
It is recognised and agreed that DBCT P/L has responsibilities for repair and maintenance of the Terminal, and this
may result in it incurring a loss in respect of damage to the Terminal. In any proceedings by DBCT P/L relating to
damage or loss in respect of the Terminal, DBCT P/L will be taken to have incurred the relevant damage or loss
itself and/or be taking action for and on behalf of DBCTM and any other entity incurring loss from such damage or
loss.
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6.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Emergency Evacuation Procedures are based on procedures required or recommended by Maritime Safety
Queensland on the management of emergency events.
MARINE ACCIDENT/CASUALITIES (SHIPS ALONGSIDE BERTH)
Procedure:
“All emergencies on board a Vessel are to be managed by the Master and crew of that Vessel and DBCT P/L will
provide such assistance as it can, if requested”
Harbour Master is responsible for:
 The safety and navigation of Vessels within the Port
 Determining the removal of Vessels from the berth, with assistance from tugs(, the Pilot to actually effect removal
of a Vessel from the berth)
 Should any question concerning the safety of the wharf installations arise, advising the Emergency Evacuation
Coordinator immediately and taking steps necessary to ensure the safety of the wharf installations.
(Paraphrased from PCQ Ports Emergency Response Plan revised plan received 18/02/08)
6.1 Adverse Weather Conditions
Information that will be considered in the process incorporates:
Current Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) weather forecasting advices:
On receipt of a BOM East Coastal Weather Warning relating to the Port, a Terminal Representative will board each
Vessel which is berthed at the time and present the forecast to the Master or Chief Officer. If the Terminal
Representative is unable to board a Vessel for any reason, advice will be issued over the UHF Radio on the channel
allocated to that Vessel. The representative will discuss safety measures that can be undertaken (e.g. running
additional lines or tensioning of current lines).
Berth Warning System (BWS) - 3 advices issued:
CAUTION
A Terminal Representative will liaise with the Vessel to determine if more safety measures are required (e.g.
additional lines, tensioning of current lines etc) and ensure the Master is aware of emergency contact procedures.
WARNING
A Terminal Representative will liaise with the Master to discuss the potential to vacate the berth.
ALERT
All Vessels at a berth will be immediately removed to anchorage after an alert.
It is a Master's responsibility in times of potentially adverse weather conditions to ensure his or her Vessel is kept in a
ballasted condition if loading has not commenced, is maintained in a sea going condition at all times and is ready to
sail on short notice.
IF AT ANY STAGE THE MASTER FEELS HIS OR HER VESSEL OR CREW IS AT RISK, OR THE VESSEL HAS
POTENTIAL TO DAMAGE TERMINAL INFRASTRUCTURE – THE MASTER MUST IMMEDIATELY CONTACT
DBCT P/L'S SHIPPING OFFICER TO DISCUSS EXTRA SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND POSSIBLE REMOVAL
FROM THE BERTH.
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6.2 Emergency Contact Procedures
Emergencies are also to be reported immediately to VTS on VHF Channel 16, stating the following;

Vessel Name

Position of Vessel

Nature of Emergency

Type of Assistance Required
Vessel crews continuously monitor VHF Channel 14 & 16 whilst berthed at the Terminal.
Should assistance be required, immediately contact the Shiploader Operator or Terminal Representative using the
UHF Radio provided on berthing. The radio channel will be determined by the Berth the vessel is on.
If communications cannot be established on the designated berth channel, switch to Channel 5 and call the
appropriate Shiploader Operator.
If unable to make contact using the provided UHF Radio, please call:
Shipping Officer Land Line:
+ 61 7 49 435525
Shipping Officer Mobile Phone:
+ 61 419 024 188
Operations Coordinator - Shift Mobile Phone:
+ 61 448 846 353
6.3
Other Alarms
MAN OVERBOARD ALARM – can be activated by Terminal personnel from various points along the gangways
situated on the wharf. A continuous high pitched siren will sound for five minutes. In the event of a Man Overboard
Alarm sounding, a Terminal Representative will contact each Vessel at a berth, advise the meaning of the alarm,
and ask the Chief Officer or Master to account for all crew and report back immediately.
7.
TECHNICAL
7.1 Coal Handling Process
INLOADING
Trains transport coal from the mines to the Terminal. The coal is discharged from rail wagons ‘on the move’ through
automatic bottom-dump gates. The coal flows from the rail wagons into hoppers located in receival stations, prior to
transfer to the stockyard via conveyor.
A ‘standard train’ (approximately 10,000 tonnes) contains up to 86 tonnes per wagon arriving at the Terminal, and is
usually discharged in approximately two hours.
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STOCKYARD
The Terminal stockyard has a twofold purpose, optimising coal supply chain efficiency and ensuring reliability of the
Terminal’s performance. Coal is stacked into stockpiles consistent with a User Quality Plan and on Ship Loading
Plan agreed by DBCT P/L with a relevant User.
The stockyard design permits automatic operation of both stackers and reclaimers. Reliability and flexibility of both
inloading and outloading operations is achieved via an ability to stack coal from any inloading system and reclaim
coal to any outloading system. In addition, individual stockpiles can be accessed by more than one yard machine.
OUTLOADING SYSTEMS, JETTY, WHARF AND SHIPLOADERS
Each outloading system has its own dedicated surge bin that acts as a buffer between stockyard reclaiming operation
and the Shiploaders. This ensures optimum shiploading rates are maintained.
The Terminal stockpile and yard machine configuration permits the use of two reclaiming machines to feed each
outloading system although through-loading (where coal bypasses the stockyard), and ship de-ballasting
performance, may result in the use of only one reclaiming machine.
A sample plant, designed to ISO 13901, is located adjacent to each surge bin to permit independent coal sampling
during shiploading operations.
From the surge bins, the coal is conveyed 3.8 kilometres offshore to transfer towers that feed the Shiploaders via the
wharf conveyors. Rail- mounted, long travelling, luffing shiploaders transfer coal from the wharf conveyors into the
holds of ships.
The wharf is a steel pile construction with rubber fenders, strategically located and secured to berthing dolphins,
independent from the main structure. This design protects both the wharves and shiploading and provides Vessels
with safe loading facilities.
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TERMINAL - TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Wharf Details
Berth 1
Berth 2
Berth 3
Design Vessel Minimum
20,000 tonnes
Design Vessel Maximum
220,000 tonnes
Top of front (seaward) rail
+17.98m LAT
Berth 4
Number of berthing dolphins
18
17
Number of mooring dolphins
4
4
Distance between extreme berthing dolphins
662 metres
Distance between extreme mooring dolphins
843 metres
676 metres
843 metres
Maximum allowable speed of approach
Design Depth at Berth
Current Depth at Berth
230 mm/sec
19.6m LAT
19.0m LAT
Refer to latest MSQ Notice to Mariners at
http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/Notices-to-Mariners/Ntm-hay-point.aspx
Channel Depth
Minimum 14.8m LAT
Non Channel Manoeuvring Depth
Minimum 12.80m LAT
Maximum predicted spring tide
7.14m
Water density range
1.016 to 1.025
Shiploader Details
Shiploader 1
Shiploader 2
Shiploader 3
Loading Rate
7200 tph
7600 tph
8650 tph
Maximum operating wind speed
Maximum reach of chute from front rail
72kph
41.5 metres
43.0 metres
Fender face from front rail
7.5 meters
Maximum reach of chute from fender face
34.0 metres
35.5 metres
Shuttle travel
21.7 metres
23.2 metres
Shiploader longitudinal travel
622 metres
Highest boom working position
Lowest boom working position
633 metres
+12 degrees
-4 degrees
Shiploader Air Draft Clearance
Cyclone Security
-6 degrees
28.5 metres less height of tide
Tie down to strongpoint
# Note: Any Vessel which is not a gearless bulk carrier may require special applications.
* Note: This loading clearance applies to the Shiploader boom when in position to load. The dimension shown
provided for a clearance of 1.0m, however location of control cabin and hatch covers should be checked for each
berthing.
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8.
CONTACTS
The Port of Hay Point is administered by North Queensland Bulk Ports Limited pursuant to the Transport
Infrastructure Act 1994.
DALRYMPLE BAY COAL TERMINAL:
All correspondence should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive / General Manager
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd
Martin Armstrong Drive
Hay Point Queensland 4740
AUSTRALIA
Postal address:
MS 283 Martin Armstrong Drive
Haypoint Queensland 4740
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: +61 7 4943 8444
Facsimile: +61 7 4956 3010
Email: shipping@dbct.com.au
PORT FACILITY SECURITY OFFICER:
Contact: John Blake
Telephone: +61 7 4943 8352
Email: John.Blake@dbct.com.au
Deputy Contact: Sean McLean
Telephone: +61 7 4943 8433
Email: Sean.McLean@dbct.com.au
SHIP'S AGENTS:
INCHCAPE SHIPPING SERVICES
Telephone: + 61 7 4953 3155
Email: Mackay@ISS-Shipping.com.au
AUSTRALIAN SHIPS AGENCIES
Telephone: + 61 7 4953 3155
Email: ASA-WILLS-MACKAY@austshipsagencies.com
LBH AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Telephone: + 61 7 4944 0566
Email: mackay@lbhaustralia.com
WILHELMSEN SHIPS SERVICE
Telephone: + 61 7 4956 3666
Email: wss.mackay@wilhelmsen.com
MACARTHUR SHIPPING & AGENCY COMPANY PTY LTD
Telephone +61 7 4951 3877
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Email: mackay@mcaship.com.au
HETHERINGTON KINGSBURY SHIPPING AGENCY
Telephone: + 61 7 4957 5246
Email: mackay@mcaship.com.au
GULF AGENCY COMPANY
Telephone: + 61 7 4953 4775
Email: shipping.mackay@gac.com
MONSON AGENCIES
Telephone: + 61 7 4957 3860
Email: mackay@monson.com.au
SERVICES:
AMSA
Telephone: + 61 7 49 576 644
Email: mackay@amsa.gov.au
AQIS
Telephone: + 61 7 4955 9600 / 0427 861911
Email: mackay.quarantine@aqis.gov.au
AUSTRALIAN CUSTOMS SERVICE
Telephone: + 61 7 4965 7100
Email: shipmac@customs.gov.au
HAY POINT VTS
Telephone: + 61 7 49 56 3489
Email: VTSHayPoint@transport.qld.gov.au
JJ RICHARDS PTY LTD
Telephone: + 61 7 49 52 3555
Email: portscorp@jjrichards.com.au
PROVEDORES:
AUSTRALIAN SHIPPING SUPPLIES
Telephone: + 61 7 47 254 199
Email: sales@ausshipping.com.au
MAHARLIKA ENTERPRISES PTY LTD
Telephone: + 61 7 49 56 4404
Email: mahrlika@bigpond.com
SOUTHERN CROSS MARINE SUPPLIES NQ
Telephone: + 61 7 49 52 5377
Email: mackay@scms.com.au
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9.
CALENDAR OF PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
QLD Public holiday dates for 2014 - 2015
Holiday
Approved
2014
Proposed
2015
New Year's Day
Wednesday, 1
January
Thursday, 1
January
Australia Day
**Monday, 27
January
Monday, 26
January
Good Friday
Friday, 18 April
Friday, 3 April
Easter Saturday
Saturday, 19 April
Saturday, 4 April
Easter Monday
Monday, 21 April
Monday, 6 April
Anzac Day
Friday, 25 April
Saturday, 25 April
Queen’s Birthday
Monday, 9 June
Monday, 8 June
Mackay Regional
Show
Thursday, 19 June
Thursday, 18 June
Royal Queensland
Show (# Brisbane
Area Only)
Wednesday, 13
August
TBA
Labour Day
Monday, 6 October
Monday, 5 October
Christmas Day
Thursday, 25
December
Friday, 25
December
Boxing Day
Friday, 26 December
**Monday, 28
December
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